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8th Pay Commission Latest Update: Salary Arrears From January 2026 Or Wait Until 2027?
With over 11 million central government employees and pensioners awaiting the 8th Pay Commission, this analysis explores whether salary revisions will be paid retrospectively with arrears from January 1, 2026, fitment factor options, historical implementation timelines, and crucial tax planning under Section 89(1).
Read Guide →57th GST Council Meeting Key Highlights: Decriminalisation, ₹5 Cr Threshold & Fast-Track Refunds
The 57th GST Council Meeting held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi under Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman marked a historic shift toward taxpayer ease. Key outcomes include decriminalization of GST offenses, raising prosecution limits to ₹5 Crore, slashing general penalties to ₹10,000, automated 3-day refunds, and expanding ITC to employee insurance, promotional free samples, and capital goods.
Read Guide →What is a Section 8 Company in India? A Complete Guide for Non-Profit Founders
A Section 8 Company is registered under the Companies Act, 2013 for promoting commerce, art, science, education, charity, or social welfare without intent to distribute profits to its members. It represents the most respected corporate vehicle for social impact in India.
Read Guide →Section 8 Company vs Society vs Trust: Which Structure is Right for Your NGO?
Choosing between a Section 8 Company, a Public Charitable Trust, and a Registered Society defines your organisation’s legal standing, donor credibility, and regulatory burden for decades.
Read Guide →12AB vs 80G Registration: Income Tax Exemptions & Donor Benefits Explained
Section 12AB and 80G are separate provisions under the Income Tax Act, 1961. 12AB exempts the NGO from paying income tax on its surplus, while 80G enables donors to claim a 50% deduction on their donations.
Read Guide →What is NGO DARPAN? NITI Aayog Portal Registration & Grant Eligibility
NGO DARPAN is an initiative by NITI Aayog that serves as the central electronic registry of all Voluntary Organisations (VOs) and Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) across India.
Read Guide →What is Form CSR-1? MCA Registration for Corporate Social Responsibility Funding
Under the Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Amendment Rules, 2021, every non-profit implementing agency must register with the Central Government via Form CSR-1 to receive CSR funds from corporate donors.
Read Guide →Private Limited vs LLP: Which Structure is Right for Your Business in India?
The choice between a Private Limited Company and a Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) is one of the most critical foundational decisions for Indian entrepreneurs.
Read Guide →GST Registration in India: Mandatory Thresholds, Steps & Documents Checklist
Goods & Services Tax (GST) is India’s unified indirect tax. While standard turnover thresholds apply, several business activities trigger compulsory GST registration from day one.
Read Guide →ROC Annual Compliance Explained: AOC-4, MGT-7, DIR-3 KYC & Penalties
Every company registered with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) must file mandatory annual returns regardless of whether it traded or remained dormant.
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